Description
Pizza Pumpkins are a whimsical and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of fall! These adorable edible jack-o’-lanterns are stuffed with your favorite pizza toppings and baked to perfection, making them an irresistible treat for Halloween gatherings or cozy family dinners. With endless customization options, Pizza Pumpkins not only add flair to your table but also make for convenient individual servings. Get ready for a delightful culinary adventure that will satisfy both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small sugar pumpkins (about 1 pound each)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup assorted toppings (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and wash the pumpkins thoroughly.
- Cut off the tops of each pumpkin and scoop out seeds and fibers.
- Brush the insides with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce in each pumpkin, layer with mozzarella cheese, then add your chosen toppings.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and pumpkins are tender.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pumpkin (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg